Aircraft Maintenance Technician – (CAT 38) - Avionics

Location: Montreal, QC, Canada (On-site)

Salary: Based on experience

• Junior mechanic: $32.83/hour
• Aircraft Maintenance Technician: up to $46.59/hour

Department: Technical Operations

Category: Unionized (IAMAW)

Shift Premium: Night - $2.50 for each hour worked between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

Being part of Air Canada means being part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and dynamic team at the cutting edge of passenger aviation.

Air Canada is currently looking for dynamic individuals to fill the permanent full-time position of Aircraft Technician at our maintenance center in Montreal.

Aircraft technicians are responsible for maintaining aircraft airframes and must possess the following skills:

• Ability to use the proper tools, methods, techniques, and equipment required to perform aircraft maintenance.
• Candidates must be able to read and understand various schematic diagrams for maintenance troubleshooting and be proficient with computers and diagnostic tools.
• Candidates must be team players, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to maintain a customer-oriented attitude in a demanding, high-stress environment.
• They must also be able to work independently, utilizing telephone and computer resources. Self-motivation and self-confidence are assets.

Please take 2 minutes to watch the following video with more information about the role of Aircraft Technician / Aircraft Maintenance Technician:

Your Benefits

As one of Canada's leading employers, we want our employees to be well rewarded with a range of benefits:

• Air Canada staff love to travel, and we have one of the most generous travel programs in the industry for our employees. You and eligible persons will be entitled to travel privileges once you have completed twenty-eight (28) weeks of service.
• We value your well-being, which is why we offer a wide range of benefit plans, including health and dental care, for you and your family.
• Training and development tools to help you reach your full potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• You must have completed a recognized apprenticeship program and/or have at least 2 years of industry experience.
• Possession of a Transport Canada AME-E license (mandatory).
• Possession of a valid driver's license (mandatory).
• Be able to successfully pass the pre-employment qualification exam, physical exam, and security check.
• Be available to work nights, evenings, and days, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass and obtain a restricted area identity card / airside vehicle operator's permit (mandatory).
• Possession of a restricted radio operator certificate (aviation).
• Show punctuality and reliability to support the team's overall success in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable transport security clearances and other additional accreditations. Please consult Transport Canada's website for more details.
• Employees occupying this position perform safety-critical work, and as such, Air Canada's medical standards must be met to qualify for this position. Candidates will be subject to a medical evaluation, including drug and alcohol testing, and must be free of any intoxicating substances.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the country concerned at the time the job offer is made. The search for any work permits/visas or other necessary authorizations is the sole responsibility of the candidates for this position.

Selection will be made in accordance with Letter of Understanding 13 of the current collective agreement.

Assets

• Air Canada aircraft type endorsements.
• Valid security clearance.

Language Requirements

All things being equal, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is firmly committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding workplace that highlights the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our company.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diverse applications so that we can have a workforce that is varied and representative of our customers and the communities where we live and offer our services.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.